The city that came back from the dead
It’s not top of the tourist list, but despite it being a lesser-known destination,
Croatia offers a landscape and mesmerising atmosphere that is nonetheless
beautiful.
The city of Dubrovnik is renowned for the suffering and destruction of the 1991-2 siege, but time has healed many of its wounds. This town makes a very defensive impression, as colossal walls dominate the outer city, supposedly providing protection for the civilians within. The ancient heritage has been preserved and there is still a wealth of history and culture to absorb.
The gigantic mountains surrounding Croatian cities create dazzling sunsets captivating tourists and locals. The summers are hot, and a warm breeze from the sea combines to create the perfect summery feeling, in a landscape filled with natural beauty and elegant manmade settlements.
Harbours and boats are a large highlight of any Croatian trip, as small islands not too far from the coast dot the area, such as Mijet. Blue waters sparkle in the gentle waves almost like stars gleaming in the daytime. The islands are popular boat-tour destinations for families on holiday.
Another attraction involves walking the walls of Dubrovnik, where you can see the city from on high. Cable-cars up the mountain giver an aerial view of this marvel, where the brighter breath of sunlight greets you at the top with a warm glow.
With its sunset beauties and charming cities, stunning architecture and stories never forgotten, Croatia offers a holiday that will delight the senses and the heart.
Lauren Smith
The city of Dubrovnik is renowned for the suffering and destruction of the 1991-2 siege, but time has healed many of its wounds. This town makes a very defensive impression, as colossal walls dominate the outer city, supposedly providing protection for the civilians within. The ancient heritage has been preserved and there is still a wealth of history and culture to absorb.
The gigantic mountains surrounding Croatian cities create dazzling sunsets captivating tourists and locals. The summers are hot, and a warm breeze from the sea combines to create the perfect summery feeling, in a landscape filled with natural beauty and elegant manmade settlements.
Harbours and boats are a large highlight of any Croatian trip, as small islands not too far from the coast dot the area, such as Mijet. Blue waters sparkle in the gentle waves almost like stars gleaming in the daytime. The islands are popular boat-tour destinations for families on holiday.
Another attraction involves walking the walls of Dubrovnik, where you can see the city from on high. Cable-cars up the mountain giver an aerial view of this marvel, where the brighter breath of sunlight greets you at the top with a warm glow.
With its sunset beauties and charming cities, stunning architecture and stories never forgotten, Croatia offers a holiday that will delight the senses and the heart.
Lauren Smith
